Escape the Olympic fever with a countryside staycation
Tourist boards and offices have been promoting the British staycation for months in the run up to this bumper year for Britain, encouraging native Brits to stay at home and enjoy the events. Many people, however, feel they only want to escape the whole Olympics fever, not embrace it. Many simply want to avoid the mass influx of tourists and visitors and would much prefer a quiet countryside holiday away from the bustling capital city. Below are a few idyllic spots for the perfect, peaceful staycation in Britain.
Pitlochry in Scotland
Pitlochry is a beautiful, picturesque holiday destination set in the heart of Perthshire in Scotland. It is an ideal location for exploring further into the Highlands, as well as the bigger cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow.
For such a small town the range of restaurants, accommodation and activities is large enough to compete with those offered in the big cities. The town has a very popular caravan park, Faskally Caravan Park offering luxury chalets and holiday homes as well as caravanning and camping facilties. The site also has an on-site bar and restaurant offering entertainment for all the family.
Outdoor activities are also extremely popular in Pitlochry and the surrounding areas, from quad biking, white water rafting on the river Tay or bungee jumping at Killiecrankie. There are, of course, a range of more gentle activities such as fishing and cycling that all the family can enjoy.
Cardigan Bay in Wales
This beautiful area of the west coast of Wales is the largest bay in the county. Much of the surrounding area is dotted with towns and seaside resorts that offer a brilliant location for a quiet family holiday.
The most popular activity in Cardigan Bay is dolphin watching, and rightly so. This is one of the best locations in Britain for seeing migrating bottle-nosed dolphins. There are numerous boat trips offering you the opportunity to see these beautiful creatures up-close. The area is also renowned for its idyllic coastal and countryside walks and hikes, suitable for both experienced and casual walkers.
County Durham in England
County Durham is situated in North East England and is a perfect location for escaping the hustle and bustle of the Olympics. Its North Pennines Area was nominated as an outstanding area of natural beauty and is one of the wildest areas in England.
The county has numerous historic parks and gardens, particularly along the River Wear and in the upland fringes. Some are of medieval origins and reinforce the character of this traditional English landscape.
Whether it's low-cost bed and breakfasts or camping facilities or 5 star luxury hotels in County Durham you are looking for, the county has something to suit every family. The abundance of self catering cottages and homes are also extremely popular, even amongst local Brits for short breaks to the countryside.
Pitlochry in Scotland
Pitlochry is a beautiful, picturesque holiday destination set in the heart of Perthshire in Scotland. It is an ideal location for exploring further into the Highlands, as well as the bigger cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow.
For such a small town the range of restaurants, accommodation and activities is large enough to compete with those offered in the big cities. The town has a very popular caravan park, Faskally Caravan Park offering luxury chalets and holiday homes as well as caravanning and camping facilties. The site also has an on-site bar and restaurant offering entertainment for all the family.
Outdoor activities are also extremely popular in Pitlochry and the surrounding areas, from quad biking, white water rafting on the river Tay or bungee jumping at Killiecrankie. There are, of course, a range of more gentle activities such as fishing and cycling that all the family can enjoy.
Cardigan Bay in Wales
This beautiful area of the west coast of Wales is the largest bay in the county. Much of the surrounding area is dotted with towns and seaside resorts that offer a brilliant location for a quiet family holiday.
The most popular activity in Cardigan Bay is dolphin watching, and rightly so. This is one of the best locations in Britain for seeing migrating bottle-nosed dolphins. There are numerous boat trips offering you the opportunity to see these beautiful creatures up-close. The area is also renowned for its idyllic coastal and countryside walks and hikes, suitable for both experienced and casual walkers.
County Durham in England
County Durham is situated in North East England and is a perfect location for escaping the hustle and bustle of the Olympics. Its North Pennines Area was nominated as an outstanding area of natural beauty and is one of the wildest areas in England.
The county has numerous historic parks and gardens, particularly along the River Wear and in the upland fringes. Some are of medieval origins and reinforce the character of this traditional English landscape.
Whether it's low-cost bed and breakfasts or camping facilities or 5 star luxury hotels in County Durham you are looking for, the county has something to suit every family. The abundance of self catering cottages and homes are also extremely popular, even amongst local Brits for short breaks to the countryside.
